Are Voters Aware or Apathy Rules Elections
A historical critique argues that despite broad suffrage and a heavy mobilization push, voter turnout remains low and influence uneven. It compares 1896 1912 turnout, notes regional disenfranchisement, and urges reform to ensure “one vote one value” and that ballots count equally for all.
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United States
William Jennings Bryan
Wilson
Taft
Roosevelt
National Civic Federation
Paign
Canada
Great Britain
Quebec
House of Commons
Nova Scotia
Alberta
Saskatchewan
Fireman Sentenced for Manslaughter of Mother-in-Law
A Liverpool Assizes court sentenced a fireman to seven years penal servitude for manslaughter after a quarrel on a landing led him to throw his mother-in-law over a balustrade. She died from injuries. He was arrested upon return from sea following wireless inquiries.
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Liverpool Assizes
Study of Solar Eclipse Effects on Radio Reception
The eclipse of the sun on January 24 will be studied for its impact on radio reception. A science publication collaborates with radio enthusiasts to gather data on this astronomical phenomenon.
Garden of Remembrance honored in Empire Exhibition
In memory of those who fell in the war a beautifully laid out area in the British Empire Exhibition is to be preserved as The Garden of Remembrance.
Distant Stars’ Light Shows 36,000 Year Travel Time
Astronomers note some stars are so far away that their emitted light takes about 36,000 years to reach Earth, revealing ancient epochs when the universe was young. This reminder of vast cosmic scales underscores how we observe the past through starlight.
Fox shipments move west from Prince Edward Island
Several large shipments of live foxes have been sent through Montreal recently to western destinations including British Columbia Alberta Manitoba and Minneapolis. The text notes daily noon sun rays concentrated on a cannon touchhole at Pena Castle Cintra Portugal triggering automatic firing.
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Montreal
Prince Edward Island
British Columbia
Alberta
Manitoba
Minneapolis
Pena
Cintra
Portugal
Yorkshire Officer Claims Runaway Husbands Commonly Have Blue Eyes
A Leeds relieving officer asserts that ninety percent of runaway husbands possess blue eyes. The notice warns single women to seek eligible suitors who do not share this trait to avoid elopement risk.
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Leeds
Diamond Dyes Promise Easy Home Coloring Methods
Advertises Diamond Dyes as a simple at home solution for tinting and dyeing fabrics. Describes dipping in cold water for light shades or boiling for deep colors. Each 15 cent package includes directions and notes compatibility with wool silk linen cotton and mixed fabrics.
Women Detectives in Constantinople to Report Morals
Turkish women detectives are being urged by the chief of the Constantinople police to join a program. They will be entrusted with the duty of reporting on the moral conduct of women.
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Constantinople
Nine Women Suffer Anaemia Reap Strength With Pink Pills
Article urges use of Dr Williams Pink Pills to combat anaemia among women and details Mrs Mary Trainor of Perth Ontario who reports regained health after using the remedy. Pills sold by Dr Williams Medicine Co Brockville Ontario 59c per box.
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Dr. Williams
Mary Trainor
Perth
Ont
Irish Boundary Question Stalemate Over Commission
The British and Northern Ireland governments say they will not submit statements or appear before the boundary commission. The Free State has filed a formal statement on Article 12 and hopes to appear by counsel in London later. Ulster’s refusal signals possible failure of the commission to accomplish its task.
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Great Britain
Northern Ireland
Boundary Commission
Commission
Free State
London
Giant Zeppelin to Be Built by Goodyear Zeppelin Corp
Dr Karl Arnstein arrives to become vice president of the Goodyear Zeppelin Corporation and head a 12 member technical staff to begin construction of a giant airship with five million cubic feet of gas capacity. Arnstein led design of the ZR-3 and Shenandoah in Germany.
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Germany
Karl Arnstein
Zeppelin
Goodyear- Zeppelin Corporation
Arnstein
Dr. Arnstein
Friedrichshafen
Zeppelins to Carry Letters Across Atlantic at 25 Cents
Dr Hugo Eckner head of the Zeppelin Company announces a weekly trans Atlantic mail service by Zeppelins between the United States and Europe. No passenger service is planned for now but one Zeppelin each way weekly could move about half a million letters at 25 cents per letter.
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Zeppelin
United States
Europe
Hugo Eckner
Zeppelin Company
First Raccoon Trapped in Saskatchewan
An Indian hunter on the Moose Mountain reserve trapped the first raccoon recorded in Saskatchewan. The pelt was large and in splendid condition. The provincial inspector at Carlyle confirmed it as the first registered in the province.
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Saskatchewan
Moose Mountain
Carlyle
Elevator for Prince Rupert Tender Call By Trade Dept
The federal Department of Trade and Commerce will call for tenders immediately for the construction of a 1,250,000 bushel grain elevator at Prince Rupert. The facility will handle grain moving on Canadian National lines from Northern Alberta.
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Prince Rupert
Federal
Department of Trade and Commerce
Canadian National Lines
Alberta
Submarine Earthquakes Often Break Telegraph Cables
Submarine earthquakes frequently cause breaks in telegraph cables disrupting undersea communication and shipping networks. Repairs involve locating the fault, lifting the cable, and splicing new sections to restore service.
Chocolate Covered Figs for Christmas Treats
New Orleans offers a toothsome wholesome confection for children. Steam figs until tender and remove centers to create a filling with chopped centers nuts and candied fruits. Fill the figs, dip in melted unsweetened chocolate, and let the coating keep them moist for a long time.
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New Orleans
England to Harness Severn Tides for Power
A British government plan to build a 150 million dollar tidal power project on the River Severn aims to generate electricity for the surrounding region. A panel of electrical experts endorsed the spring undertaking after evaluating feasibility and impact.
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Severn
Asthma Remedy Praised In Humorous Tale
A humorousums and a claim that Dr. J. D. Kellogg's Asthma Remedy conquers asthmatic attacks. The piece presents a testimonial and urges readers to obtain the remedy from local dealers for immediate use.
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J. D. Kellogg
Prehistoric tooth found near Rome may belong to giant animal
Workmen digging for a house foundation near Rome unearthed a massive tooth or tusk nearly eleven feet long and about twenty inches in circumference at the large end. Experts believe it was part of a prehistoric creature.
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Rome
League of Nations health panel rejects heroin as medicine
The health committee of the League of Nations announces that heroin is unnecessary as a medical remedy, signaling a policy shift away from its medicinal use.
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The
League of Nations
Britain To Resume Trade With Germany
The Anglo German commercial treaty signed by both governments grants most favored nation status to Great Britain and guarantees against discriminatory treatment and import limits. Britain will push a bill in parliament to remove war restrictions on Germany in England, ensuring equal treatment and minor concessions.
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Germany
Great Britain
England
Murder Charge Review for Eskimo Suspect in Northwest Territory
The Department of Justice weighs whether to charge E-Ber-Goo-Yuk with murder in the death of Oob-Pa-Tow-Yuk north of Baker Lake. Uncertainty of conviction and high patrol costs hinder arrests, as the suspect lies in Coronation Bay and trial would require travel to Chesterfield Inlet.
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Department of Justice
Baker Lake
Northwest Territories
E--Ter-Goo-Yuk
Coronation Bay
Chesterfield Inlet
Queen Alexandra Celebrates Eightieth Birthday
Queen Alexandra marks her eightieth birthday as King George Queen Mary the Prince of Wales and the Norwegian royal pair attend a modest observance. Though feeble she remains in good health and drives out daily in her car. A family dinner honors the day with many gifts and congratulatory messages.
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Queen Alexandra
King George
Queen Mary
Prince of Wales
Crown Prince of Norway
Frenchman Paunier Breaks Seaplane Speed Records
Airman Paunier, flying a brand new amphibious plane with 350 horsepower, set speed records for seaplanes over 100 and 200 kilometer distances while carrying 500 kilograms. His average speeds were about 192 mph for 100 km and just under that for 200 km on a 10 km course, a remarkable feat for a new craft.
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Paunier
Pafiier
Wheat King of the World Crowned in Chicago Sweepstakes
J C Mitchell of Cahinda Saskatchewan wins the Chicago International Livestock Exhibition wheat sweepstakes in the hay and grain division, earning the title wheat king of the world for the third time after 1919 and 1920. The winning sample is Marquis hard red spring weighing 64.6 pounds per bushel.
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Canada
International Livestock Exhibition, Hay and Grain Division
J. C. Mitchell
Dahinda, Sask
Mr. Mitchell
Wise Mothers Trust Mother Graves Worm Exterminator
Wise mothers who know the virtues of Mother Graves Worm Exterminator keep it on hand because it proves its value.
Paste jewels reach perfected art in modern era
The craft of making paste jewels has achieved state of perfection in recent years, tracing back to ancient Egypt and Rome where the technique was known.
Building activity rises in Canada in November
Building value launched in Canada in November totalled 24,614,200, up from 21,065,800 in October. Residential 55.6 percent of November total at 13,695,100. business 4,813,600. industrial 1,082,700. public works and utilities 5,022,800.
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Canada
MacLean Building Reports, Limited
The Young Philosopher
Two boys discuss future careers with humorous defiance. One declares he will be a poldier and a soldier to be the enemy, claiming war is the plan and that being the enemy is the idea.
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Jimmy
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